writer's cramp
US /ˈraɪ.t̬ɚz ˌkræmp/
UK /ˈraɪ.t̬ɚz ˌkræmp/
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a painful cramp of the muscles of the hand and forearm, caused by excessive writing or other repetitive hand movements
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After hours of note-taking, she developed a severe case of writer's cramp.
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To avoid writer's cramp, take frequent breaks and stretch your hand muscles.